Clifford
boy name#1352 in 2025Clifford entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #57 in 1909, ranks #1352 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1352
rank today
#57
peak (1909)
139
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #98 |
| 1890s | #72 |
| 1900s | #64 |
| 1910s | #62 |
| 1920s | #64 |
| 1930s | #85 |
| 1940s | #98 |
| 1950s | #115 |
| 1960s | #161 |
| 1970s | #200 |
| 1980s | #248 |
| 1990s | #503 |
| 2000s | #948 |
| 2010s | #1268 |
| 2020s | #1337 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Clifford has been most popular in CA, TX, OH.
Living bearers
About 82,500 people named Clifford are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Clifford alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Clifford in 2025?
- Clifford ranks #1352 among US boy names in 2025, with 139 babies given the name.
- When was the name Clifford most popular?
- Clifford peaked in 1909, reaching #57 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Clifford with classmates?
- Clifford will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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